Study in USA

About USA.

About USA The United States of America (USA), commonly referred to as the United States (U.S.) or America, is a federal republic consisting of 50 states and a federal district. The 48 contiguous states and Washington, D.C., are in central North America between Canada and Mexico. It is the 3rd largest country both by size and population. The official language is English and is spoken by 80% of the people. About 82% of American population lives in cities.
Students looking for the best overseas education and planning to put their careers on the fast track, USA is the hottest destination. This is because it has immense range of specialties, high quality of education, great opportunities, which attracts students from different countries of the world. The factors that make the US, the number one educational hub for international students are:
Commitment to Excellence: One of the highest selling points of American education is perhaps its worldwide reputation of commitment to excellence
Brilliant Scope for Research:
If you are inclined toward academic research, the US is your perfect choice for higher education. You can get the opportunity to earn while you learn, when you enroll into an MS/PhD program. Your research grant will help support your personal needs by waiving your tuition and providing you with a stipend, while the intellectual challenges that you will overcome academically will certainly help satisfy your professional appetite.

Academic Flexibility:

The US education system offers a kind of flexibility in terms of the courses that are offered, which enables you select your choice of subject from a variety of topics. You can specialize in the area of your choice without having to take any unnecessary classes.
Financial Support:
Availability of financial aid is another major incentive for international students to opt for higher education in the US. Most universities offer its students grants, loans and stipends to cover their daily expenses as well as tuition in some cases. University assistantship is provided on the basis of merit rather than financial need. If you can prove your excellence in academics, then your US education may even turn out to be free.

Lucrative Job Opportunities:

On completion of your degree, you are legally authorized to work in the US in your related field for about a year. You need to apply for Optional Practical Training Employment Authorization (OPT).
Value Addition and Cultural Enhancement:
Around 30 percent of all international students in the world study in the US. So, as an international student, you will have the unique privilege to interact with a lot of people from a lot of different nationalities. This exposure will not only enhance your cultural and artistic faculties, but will also help you learn a lot more about the world. The exciting cultural exchange and international diversity will certainly enrich your life both personally and academically.

FACT SHEET

Capital : Washington, D.C.
Largest city : New York City
Official language(s) : English
Governement : Federal presidential constitutional republic
Calling code/ : +1
Time zone : (UTC−5 to −10)
Summer (DST : (UTC−4 to −10)
Total Area : 9,826,675 km
Population : 321,163,157
GDP (Nominal) :$ 54,596
(Per capita)
Currency : United States dollar ($) (USD)
Date format : dd/mm/yyyy

Why USA?

USA has about 4,500 universities; students can choose to study at one of 4,500 universities. 16 universities in the USA are ranked in the world’s top 20 universities.
It gives opportunity for Research, Teaching and Training that you may be able to gain valuable experience through teaching and/or research while you help to finance your education in the U.S., particularly if you are a graduate student. Many graduate programs offer training and teaching opportunities that enable students to become teaching assistants to undergraduates and/or research assistants on special projects exploring different aspects of your field of study.
It also supports International Students as studying in the United States is a rewarding experience but navigating your way through day-to-day issues can be a challenge. Many international students find that the college and university international student office is a great resource when it comes to adapting to a culturally and academically different environment.
American boasts an unparalleled and broad based education system. Students will not only learn about their own particular subject but learn lots of other things, not necessarily related to their major.
Attainment of American degree from USA holds the key to a successful career. It internationalizes and strengthens student’s resume as US degrees are renowned around the world for their academic excellence and better learning experiences.

Benefits to International Students:

Top standard Education at affordable cost
Qualification reorganised world wide
Multi cultural society

Top Universities of USA :

Amherst College
Baylor University
Baylor College of Medicine
Berea College
Boston College
Boston University
Bowdoin College
Brown University
California Institute of Technology
Carnegie Mellon University
Case Western Reserve University
Columbia University
Cornell University
Dartmouth College
Duke University
Emory University
George Washington University
Georgetown University
Georgia Institute of Technology
Grinnell College
Harvard University
Indiana University (system-wide)[13]
Johns Hopkins University
Lehigh University
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Michigan State University
Middlebury College
New York University
Northwestern University
Ohio State University
Pennsylvania State University(system-wide)[13]
Pomona College
Princeton Theological Seminary
Princeton University
Purdue University (system-wide)[13]
Rice University
Rockefeller University
Saint Louis University
Smith College
Southern Methodist University
Stanford University
Swarthmore College
Syracuse University
Texas A&M University System (system-wide)[13]
Texas Christian University
Texas Tech University (system-wide)[13]
Trinity University (Texas)
Tufts University
Tulane University
University of Alabama (system-wide)[13]
University of California (system-wide regents portions only)[13]
University of California, Berkeley
(UC Berkeley Foundation only)
University of California, Los Angeles
(UCLA Foundation only)
University of Chicago
University of Cincinnati
University of Colorado
University of Delaware
and many more…..

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Check list for getting I20:

Documents for VISA:

Academics 10 , 10+2. (attested by school or collage in sealed envelops)
Bachelors (all transcripts)
Recommendation letter (minimum 3)
TOEFL/GRE/GMAT – IELTS reporting when required
Education loan
SOP (min 500 words)
Resume
Passport
Photographs
Extracurricular certificates (if any)
Experience letter (for gap more than 6 months)
Supporting property documents
CA/CS Report
The student needs to fill the DS form , pay SEVIS fee, take an appoinment for visa.
Just a date prior to visa interview, student has to get his finger printing and document verification done at the Embassy.

INTAKES:

1. Main Intakes – Fall (August / September) – all courses are available.
2. Other Intakes – Spring (January) and Summer (Mid April) – few universities and few courses are available. Few universities offer rolling intakes as well.

English requirements:

Test of English as a foreign Language internet-based test (TOEFL Ibt)
TOEFL or other English proficiency exams scores is required for admission and visa. We can . recommend waiver of IELTS / TOEFL wherever possible.
Perason Test of English (PTE) Academic.

Admission process:

USA universities follow First come first serve basis while recruiting students. Therefore students who apply early stand a stronger chance during admissions. For Fall intake students should start the admission process about 8 months in advance.
Students need to fill an online application. Most universities have an admission fee which has to be paid online. The online confirmation along with physical copies of admission documents have to be sent to the university. The documentation for admission s fairly detailed and varies with university. It usually covers academic documents, financial documents recommendations, SOP etc (for a detailed list, contact any of our offices). Many universities also require online score reporting. It usually takes 3 months for the university to process application. Some courses and specializations may take more time. The admission confirmation document is called I20 (or IAP66 in some cases) and this document is the basis for visa processing.

Cost:

Living Expenses – $11500 to $20000 (approx)p.a depending on lifestyle and location Tuition fee – $12000 to $28000 (approx)p.a

Useful links for USA.

US Student Visa — http://travel.state.gov/content/visas/english/study-exchange/student.html
USA Immigration — https://www.usa.gov/immigration-and-citizenship
F1 Visa — http://www.ustraveldocs.com/in/in-niv-typefandm.asp
F1 Student Employment – ICE — http://www.ice.gov/sevis/employment